Health Science Technology

Office and Patient Care

Whether your health care-related career goals are aimed at office administration or patient care, Anoka Technical College has developed programs with input from industry experts, resulting in immediate employment for program graduates.

In health care, there are many types of jobs at all levels, as well as a variety of industries. Whether your preference is to work in an office setting or directly with patients, Anoka Technical College programs respond to an increasing industry demand for highly-qualified personnel who have a combination of technical and critical-thinking skills.

By choosing a healthcare-related career, you will make a difference. You will improve the lives of children, young people and adults.

Job Title

Percent Change in Employment 2010-2020

Twin Cities

Minnesota

Median Wage per hour (2012)

Social and Human Service Assistant

21.8%

$14.22

$13.95

Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic

32.4%

$18.84

$16.22

Firefighter

4%

$13.63

$13.90

Home Health Aide

53.6%

$11.41

$11.03

Medical Administrative Specialist

32%

$18.56

$18.18

Medical Assistant

28.2%

$16.44

$16.14

Medical and Health Services Managers

21.2%

$44.08

$42.47

Medical Records and Health Information Technician

21.8%

$19.41

$19.22

Nursing Assistant

53.6%

$11.41

$11.03

Occupational Therapy Assistant

30.4%

$21.46

$20.10

Licensed Practical Nurse

22.6%

$20.86

$19.51

Surgical Technologist

21.1%

$24.48

$24.12

Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

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“When I had breast cancer in 1997, I had a wonderful nurse who changed my life. I recovered, and once my four children were grown I knew I too wanted to have that kind of positive impact on the other people’s lives. My Anoka Tech education provided me with the opportunity to make an impact.”